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Sibanye Stillwater

Mine Engineer 1-3

Nye, MT · On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

Sibanye Stillwater

Mine Engineer 1-3

MT · On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and ...

Origin Mining Company

Mine Engineer

Golden Valley, AZ · On-site

Design and coordinate drill and blast programs to support efficient rock fragmentation and mining performance. * Develop and maintain ore stockpile, waste dump, and haul road designs to optimize ...

Origin Mining Company

Mine Engineer

Golden Valley, AZ · On-site

The Mine Engineer is responsible for providing technical engineering support for the safe ... Design and coordinate drill and blast programs to support efficient rock fragmentation and mining ...

P&C Recruiting and HR

UT

$110K - $140K/yr

Mine Planning and Design: • Advise senior leaders, technical reviewers, managers, and peers regarding the potential economic and production impacts from changes to mine design, production timing ...

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Jerritt Canyon

Sr. Mine Planning Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

Lead and support underground mine planning activities, including design, sequencing, scheduling, and optimization of mining operations. * Partner with the Operations and Geology teams to develop ...

Turner Mining Group

Senior Mining Engineer

Brawley, CA · On-site

$111K - $153K/yr

Utilizes planning software for mine design, mine planning, dump and leach pad design. * Utilizes planning software to estimate economic pit shells for design and reporting reserves/resources.

Jerritt Canyon

Sr. Mine Planning Engineer

Elko, NV · On-site

Lead and support underground mine planning activities, including design, sequencing, scheduling, and optimization of mining operations. * Partner with the Operations and Geology teams to develop ...

Turner Mining Group

Senior Mining Engineer

Brawley, CA · On-site

$111K - $153K/yr

Utilizes planning software for mine design, mine planning, dump and leach pad design. * Utilizes planning software to estimate economic pit shells for design and reporting reserves/resources.

Kinross Gold Corporation

Mine Geologist

Republic, WA · On-site

Provide mine operations with geological reports working with other technical services functions to safely inform mine design adequacy. * Work independently within broad guidelines to solve non ...

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How much do mine design jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for mine design in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mine Design vs Mine Planning?

AspectMine DesignMine Planning
Primary FocusCreating detailed layouts and engineering plans for mine developmentScheduling and optimizing extraction processes and resource utilization
Required SkillsGeotechnical knowledge, CAD skills, engineering principlesProject management, data analysis, scheduling software
Work EnvironmentField visits, design offices, collaboration with geologists and engineersOffice-based, project timelines, coordination with operations

Mine Design involves developing detailed plans for mine layout and engineering, focusing on safety and feasibility. Mine Planning concentrates on scheduling and optimizing extraction activities to maximize efficiency and profitability. Both roles are essential in the mining industry and often work closely together to ensure successful mine operations.

What is the highest paid job in the mines?

In mine design and mining operations, senior roles such as Mining Engineers, Mine Managers, and Geologists tend to be among the highest paid positions, especially those with extensive experience, advanced certifications, and leadership responsibilities. Specialized roles involving underground or mineral processing expertise often command higher salaries, particularly in regions with high mineral demand or complex projects.

What is the highest paid design job?

In mine design, senior roles such as Mine Design Manager or Principal Mine Planner tend to have the highest salaries, often exceeding six figures annually. These positions require extensive experience, advanced technical skills, and often certification in mine planning software like Surpac or Vulcan.

What do you need to be a mine planner?

To become a mine planner, a bachelor's degree in mining engineering, geology, or a related field is typically required. Strong skills in mine design software, such as Surpac or Vulcan, and knowledge of mining operations and safety standards are essential. Professional experience in mining projects and relevant certifications can also enhance job prospects.

Will AI replace mining engineers?

Mining engineers design and oversee mining operations, and while AI can assist with data analysis, planning, and automation, it is unlikely to fully replace the need for human expertise, decision-making, and safety oversight in mining. AI tools are used to improve efficiency and safety but require skilled engineers to interpret results and manage complex environments.
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Infographic showing various Mine Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,183 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Mine Engineer 1-3

Sibanye Stillwater

Nye, MT • On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Mine Engineer 1-3


Location:

Stillwater Mine - Nye, MT

Schedule:

5x2, 4x3 - 9-hour days

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

Provide engineering support for production stope designs and short-range planning. Mine planning includes stope and access design, along with stope infrastructure requirements. Infrastructure encompasses but is not limited to ventilation boreholes, muck passes, mine drainage, and electrical installations. Mining methods include ramp and fill, cut and fill (both mechanized and slusher supported), uphole longhole stopes, and underhand mining with paste backfill. Mine planning includes assessment of ground control needs (in conjunction with rock mechanics engineers), ventilation assessments (in conjunction with ventilation engineer), geological constraints or opportunities (with production geologists), and estimations of economic viability against varying operating parameters. Prepare yearly production budgets, monthly and quarterly forecasts, manpower budgets, and reconcile forecasts with achievements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Required:

  • Leadership qualities including character, teamwork, communication, business sense and vision.
  • Strong focus on safety while completing all tasks.
  • Familiarity with rock mechanics and mine ventilation principles.
  • Strong computer skills in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
  • Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of MSHA regulations.
  • Proven ability to work within a team-based environment.
  • Working knowledge and experience with mine modeling software.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of cost and schedule variance.

Preferred:

  • Proven short-range mine planning and scheduling experience.
  • Proficient use of Deswik mine design/scheduling software package.

Education and Experience:

  • BS in Mine Engineering or equivalent with 1-5 years engineering experience, or 5-8 years equivalent working experience.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.


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